5-Hour Day Sail to Dia island

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Summary

Sailing to Dia island with large sailing yachts. Friendly & professional crew will accompany you through your day and will introduce you to some secrets of sailing. We set sails to the south part of the island, that is about 50' away. We carefully approach the coves that are surrounded by the protected wildlife, like the medium sized “Falco Eleonorae”, the wild goat Capra Aegagrus Cretica and the monk seal Monachus monachus. You can jump from the boat and use the snorkel we provide! With a visibility of more than 40 meters, you will enjoy one of the most clear water ever. You can even learn how to recognize different fish species on the spot! Our team will tell you everything about the history and the myths of the island while a yummy meal from fresh and local organic ingredients is being prepared Free to enjoy your time as you like even isolating to enjoy mother nature. After your lunch and perhaps after a quick dive, we will set our sails again to return back to Heraklion Venetian port. And who knows maybe on our way back we will spot some of our lovely mammal friends, the dolphins.

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Duration
5 hours
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Why take this tour?

Traveling is about exploring new places, meeting people, sharing experiences, learning about history, and above all having fun. Our sailing tours are designed based on safety, experiencing nature, human interaction and cultural exchange. Our knowledgeable crew is happy to share all the local knowledge concerning the surrounding nature and the history of the area. You will be encouraged to participate in sailing if you wish to and even take the helm of our large yachts under the guidance and supervision of our professionals. We will anchor in secluded bays at a minimum disturbance. Take your time and relax, just make sure that you grab a mask and dive in the crystal clear water. The visibility in the water along the places we visit is more than 35meters. Save some energy for walking on the the hill and hand pick a bit of local herbs. Our organic, local fresh lunch served on board has been one more reason why our guests continue talking about our tours over and over again.

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What’s included?

  • Fresh organic salad, grilled chicken with vegetables, seasonal fruits

  • Use of Snorkelling equipment

  • Shower

  • Local refreshments

  • Wine (responsible consumption)

  • Mineral water

  • All Fees and Taxes

  • Fuel

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Transfers up to 10 km from Heraklion

  • Transfers up to 45 km from Heraklion are available upon extra cost

  • Beach towel

  • Beach shoes

  • Transfers

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 5h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

First Aid certified crew Radio Communication certified Liability insurance

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Operated by:

Altersail

About operator:

Passionate sailing professionals who love sea and support eco-friendly sustainable travel and tourism. We combine sailing & marine biodiversity seminars, local culture discovery, nature walks, yoga & pilates sessions and more. We build our private journeys around the unlimited possibilities offered by the magnificence of Aegean Sea, the diversity of its 6000 islands and their timeless myths.

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